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In this video I show you the basics of Target-Based facial animation. Using a fairly simple model of an alien-head (download provided), I demonstrate how to create different ‘Shape Keys’ (Eyes-Open, and Eyes-Closed), and animate them easily.

LINK TO MY BLENDER 2.6 PLAYLIST:
http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL006307E237BB7FF6

DOWNLOAD the Alien-head Blender File:
http://bit.ly/N86Bj6

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